Past Events

Need-based scholarships are available. Ticket sales start September 30th, 2019.
Join Fr. Burke Masters for this silent retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. This two-day retreat will walk you through the main themes of the Spiritual Exercises. The weekend includes ten talks, time for meditation and adoration, Mass, confession and rest. Silence is observed throughout the weekend, even during meals. This weekend is designed to help you grow in deeper intimacy with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Although it is recommended that you have attended other retreats prior to this one, it is not necessary. The cost includes dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, two meals on Sunday and comfortable rooms. Register early as spots are very limited.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Need-based scholarships are available. Ticket sales start October 17th, 2019.
Join other women for this Dynamic Retreat with Fr. Burke Masters, Fr. Dennis Spies, Fr. Steve Borello, and other leaders in the Joliet Diocese. “Be Healed” Retreat will be an engaging weekend based on the book by author Dr. Bob Schuchts. This day and a half retreat include Spirit filled talks, small group discussions, and opportunities for faith filled reflection, mass and confessions. The Carmelite Spiritual Center features a meditation garden for prayer and contemplation, as well as home-cooked meals. This will be a weekend to assist you in taking the next step in your faith journey. We look forward to seeing you there. Register early as spots are very limited.

Need-based scholarships are available. Ticket sales start November 14th, 2019.
Join other men for this Dynamic Retreat with Fr. Burke Masters, Fr. Dennis Spies, Fr. Steve Borello, and other leaders in the Joliet Diocese. “Be Healed” Retreat will be an engaging weekend based on the book by author Dr. Bob Schuchts. This weekend retreat includes Spirit-filled talks, small group discussions, and opportunities for faith-filled reflection, mass, and confessions. The Carmelite Spiritual Center features a meditation garden for prayer and contemplation, as well as home-cooked meals. This will be a weekend to assist you in taking the next step in your faith journey. Register early as spots are very limited. Please note the expanded schedule into Friday evening. We look forward to seeing you there.

Need-based scholarships are available. Ticket sales start December 20th, 2020.
Join Fr. Burke Masters for this silent retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. This two-day retreat will walk you through the main themes of the Spiritual Exercises. The weekend includes ten talks, time for meditation and adoration, Mass, confession and rest. Silence is observed throughout the weekend, even during meals. This weekend is designed to help you grow in deeper intimacy with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Although it is recommended that you have attended other retreats prior to this one, it is not necessary. The cost includes three meals on Saturday, two meals on Sunday and comfortable rooms. Register early as spots are very limited.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Need-based scholarships are available. Ticket sales start February 15th, 2020.
Join other women for this Dynamic Retreat with Fr. Burke Masters, Fr. Dennis Spies, Fr. Steve Borello, and other leaders in the Joliet Diocese. “Be Healed” Retreat will be an engaging weekend based on the book by author Dr. Bob Schuchts. This weekend retreat includes Spirit-filled talks, small group discussions, and opportunities for faith-filled reflection, mass, and confessions. The Carmelite Spiritual Center features a meditation garden for prayer and contemplation, as well as home-cooked meals. This will be a weekend to assist you in taking the next step in your faith journey. Register early as spots are very limited. Please note the expanded schedule into Friday evening. We look forward to seeing you there.